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TRAVEL TIPS FOR ATTENDING TRAINING/CONFERENCE

• When attending training, make sure you network, exchange contacts so remember to carry your business cards.  Networking can open up opportunities for you.
• Carry a note book, it could be a physical or digital notebook.  Take notes on the things that stood out for you during the training/workshop i.e. your take home, notes on issues you learnt and you can implement some when you get back to your work place.
• Pack and travel light so that you leave space for the reading materials you will be given and souvenirs you can buy along the way.
• When booking your travel, check your itinerary to make sure you will have a free day to tour the training region, you will have time to buy souvenirs and also time for entertainment after the training and workshop (mix business with pleasure).

Amusement and theme parks are places that offer entertainment for the whole family Examples include the Disney World which is a world famous theme park, Water parks other recreational centers around the world.  The following are travel tips when touring amusement and theme parks:-

• Check your destination website, book early and buy tickets early.
• Budget well and plan your itinerary to save on time and cost.
• Take advantage of free activities, they are equally exciting.
• If travelling as a group, ensure you don’t get lost in the crowd.
• Consider wearing some coloured clothes to track each other.
• Stay hydrated and consider carrying some water and snacks.

Elegant outdoor events include fancy weddings, birthdays and high teas.  These can also include large, organized events.

The Concours D’Elegance is an example of an elegant outdoor event. It is held in some countries like Kenya South Africa, France and USA.  The Concours D’Elegance event originated from France. It means a ‘competition of elegance’ where vehicles are paraded and judged.  This event doubles up as a fundraiser for charitable events.

The Kentucky Derby is another example of an elegant outdoor event.  It is an annual horse race event where ladies wear fancy hats and gents wear straw hats.

The following are travel tips while attending elegant outdoor events:-

• Dress the part.  Dress according to the event.
• Pack the delicate items that shall be worn during the event in a way they will be safe from breakage.
• Check the program, book early, arrive early to avoid disappointment since these events sometimes get very crowded.
• Carry some cash, bet wisely and include contingency in your budget.
• Take pictures for remembrance because these are unique events which happen occasionally.